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WINCING

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Wincing.

Wincing - as a noun

The facial expression of sudden pain

A reflex response to sudden pain

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
flinch14

Wincing - as a verb

Draw back, as with fear or pain

Example: "She flinched when they showed the slaughtering of the calf"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
cringe9flinch14funk11quail14recoil8shrink13squinch21
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
move9
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Make a face indicating disgust or dislike

Example: "She winced when she heard his pompous speech"

Example Sentences

"She had a wincing expression on her face as she tasted the spicy sauce."
"His wincing movements indicated that he was in pain."
"I couldn't help but notice his wincing reaction to the loud noise."
"The wincing sound of a chalk on the blackboard made everyone cringe."
"Her wincing eyes showed her discomfort from the bright lights."
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Word Game Points

Is WINCING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, wincing is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

WINCING has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is WINCING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, wincing is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
WINCING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is WINCING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, wincing is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
WINCING has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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